Tilna
Tilna is a village located in Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.7km away from sub-district headquarter Gangarampur (tehsildar office) and 46.9km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Nandanpur is the gram panchayat of Tilna village.
Tilna has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Dinajpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Tilna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tilna is 310635. The village spans a total geographical area of 227.54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733124. Gangarampur is nearest town to Tilna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
When it comes to local governance, Tilna village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gangarampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Tilna
Population of Tilna
Below is a concise population overview of Tilna as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,514 | 772 | 742 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 92 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,194 | 612 | 582 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 999 | 581 | 418 |
| Illiterate Population | 515 | 191 | 324 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Tilna village:
- The total population of Tilna village is around 1,514, including approximately 772 males and 742 females, with a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 179 children aged 0–6 years in Tilna village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Tilna village has 1,194 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Tilna village is about 65.98%, with male literacy at 75.26% and female literacy at 56.33%.
- There are around 332 households in Tilna village.
Connectivity of Tilna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tilna. As per the 2011 stats, Tilna had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tilna
Knowing the nearby villages of Tilna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tilna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tilna
- Where is Tilna located?
- Tilna village is situated in Gangarampur Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tilna?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tilna is Nandanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Tilna?
- The pincode of Tilna is 733124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tilna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tilna is 1,514, with 772 males and 742 females.
- How many households are there in Tilna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tilna village has a total of 332 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tilna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tilna is 65.98%. The male literacy rate is 75.26%, while the female literacy rate is 56.33%.